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Inspiration

  1. Create a stunning spring wreath with expert guidance from Nettie
    1. Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.
      1. 25 Apr 2026
    2. Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival
      1. 2 May 20263 May 2026
    3. World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.
      1. 19 Jun 202621 Jun 2026
    4. A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park
      1. 12 Jul 2026
    5. Hot air balloons in Telford Town Park arena
      Telford's annual Balloon Fiesta returns to Telford Town Park this August Bank Holiday
      1. 28 Aug 202630 Aug 2026

    Things To Do Highlights

    Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World

    A wild day out for all ages

    Airea51 main arena

    AIREA51 is an indoor family adventure park in Telford.

    Telford Bike Hub

    Affordable bike hire in the heart of Telford Town Park.

    The Old Coracle Shed

    The Ironbridge Coracle Trail is a very pleasant 20 minute walk along the River Severn between the…

    Weston Park House & Gardens

    Welcome to 1,000 acres of wonderful Set amongst 1,000 acres of Capability Brown landscaped parkland…

    Basket Making at Vine Willow Wood

    Daisy Askins offers workshops in willow weaving and basketmaking in the Ironbridge Gorge.

    Alpaca Meet & Greet

    The most intimate way to meet alpacas.

    Buildwas Abbey

    Visit the impressive ruins of Buildwas Abbey,  a Cistercian abbey, that retains its 12th century…

    Hencote Vineyard & Estate

    Hencote allows visitors to learn the story of the grape from vine to bottle, in wine tours and…

    Telford Ice Rink - skaters on the ice

    Telford Ice Rink is located in the heart of bustling Southwater. A great day out for all ages with…

    Golf Course

    HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Par 72, 18 hole championship golf course 6741 yard course Designed by renowned…

    Telford Town Park

    Telford Town Park is a multi award-winning park located in the heart of Telford and close to…

    Exterior of Southwater Library illuminated in with purple lights

    Southwater Library is on the first floor in Southwater One, an iconic gold building located in the…

    Telford Town Park Waterplay

    Looking for something a little different to do next time you visit Telford Town Park? Why not visit…

    Frontage of Telford Theatre, Oakengates showing Green and Purple colours to the building

    Telford's largest live entertainment venue hosting a wide range of entertainment to suite everyone

    Wellington Orbit

    Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

    Off exploring Ropewalk

    Severn Gorge Countryside Trust is an independent Charitable Trust and Limited Company. The Trust…

    Young people playing adventure golf on a sunny day

    Adventure Golf is set within the heart of Telford Town Park, the whole family can join in for this…

    Nettie of the Gorge Floral Workshops

    Beautiful and natural flowers with a touch of the wild. Promotes sustainability and supports local…

    Small Woods

    Small Woods are the national charitable organisation who stand for sustainable woods alive with…

    English Heritage Lilleshall Abbey

    Lilleshall Abbey is a 12th-century Augustinian Abbey in peaceful rural setting close to the…

    Meet the Mini Moos

    Meet, feed and pet Europe's smallest and cutest cows!

    Wellington Orbit

    Wellington Orbit is a 63 seat cinema and café in the heart of Wellington, Shropshire. Affordable…

    What's On Highlights

    Krazy Races

    A Krazy soapbox derby is heading to Telford Town Park

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    12th July 2026
    Foraging basket workshop

    Learn willow weaving and make a rustic frame basket for everyday use.

    Openings

    Season

    20th September 2026
    International Primate Day

    Celebrate International Primate Weekend with activities and the new Primate Experience at Hoo Zoo.

    Openings

    Season

    5th September 2026-6th September 2026
    Spring into St George's Day

    Free family fun with jousting, crafts and displays at Telford’s Spring Into St George’s Day.

    Openings

    Season

    25th April 2026
    Santa & Mrs Claus: Festive Fun at Hoo Zoo

    Meet Santa & Mrs Claus at Hoo Zoo with festive crafts, gifts and dinosaur fun.

    Openings

    Season

    5th December 2026-23rd December 2026
    Willow garden decorations workshop

    A beginner-friendly willow weaving workshop to make a dragonfly and bird feeder.

    Openings

    Season

    14th June 2026
    Embers Fire Festival

    Fire, food and music collide at Embers Fire Festival

    Openings

    11am - 9pm

    2nd May 2026-3rd May 2026
    Family Friendly Welly Walk

    Join a family‑friendly welly walk exploring watery wildlife at Loamhole Dingle.

    Openings

    Season

    26th May 2026
    Adam Purnell hosting a Fire Cooking Masterclass

    Master open fire cooking on a Kadai with Adam Purnell at Embers Café

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    16th April 2026
    Weston Park Air Show International

    World-class model air show with aerial pyrotechnics at Weston Park.

    Openings

    8am -

    19th June 2026-21st June 2026
    Berry Basket Workshop

    A beginner’s basketmaking course creating a small round willow basket.

    Openings

    Season

    1st November 2026
    Flight by Night - Evening Bat and Moth Walk

    Join a family‑friendly night walk to discover bats, owls and moths after dark.

    Openings

    Season

    29th May 2026
    International Watercolour Masters

    World-class watercolour workshops and exhibitions at Lilleshall Hall

    Openings

    Season

    13th May 2026-22nd May 2026
    International Lynx Day

    A special opportunity to get closer to these elusive cats.

    Openings

    Season

    13th June 2026
    A Night of Irish Music with World-Record Guitarist Dave Browne

    Enjoy a night of live music at Hoo Zoo

    Openings

    Season

    2nd May 2026-4th May 2026
    Cinnamon the capybara's birthday party

    Celebrate Cinnamon the capybara’s birthday with themed activities and zoo fun.

    Openings

    Season

    12th September 2026
    World Meerkat Weekend

    Discover fascinating facts about meerkat life in the wild, and take part in themed activities.

    Openings

    Season

    11th July 2026-12th July 2026
    An illustration of a woolly mammoth with Nigel's headshot inserted

    Experience Prehistoric Park with Nigel Marven LIVE at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, where the…

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    29th August 2026-30th August 2026
    Spring Exhibition

    Spring Exhibition 2026 showcasing contemporary painting, printmaking and mixed media.

    Openings

    Season

    3rd March 2026-31st May 2026
    Marvellous Mammals: Family Friendly Walk

    Explore woodland wildlife with a guided family walk at Jiggers Bank and Loamhole Dingle.

    Openings

    Season

    27th May 2026
    Eyton

    Wellington Walking Festival is back this year with another varied programme of walks to suit all…

    Openings

    Season

    8th September 2026-14th September 2026
    Armed Forces Day Telford

    Armed Forces Family Fun Day returns to Telford for the national Armed Forces Day celebration.

    Openings

    11am - 4pm

    28th June 2026
    Adam Purnell cooking over an open fire, meet on a spit

    Learn the art of cooking on fire with The Shropshire Lad at Embers Café

    Openings

    10am - 4pm

    14th May 2026
    The Mandalorian standing by a vehicle with a Hoo Zoo T-Rex behind.

    Get ready for Hoo-Fest: Comic-Con on the Zoo, a unique day where pop culture meets the animal world…

    Openings

    10am - 5pm

    6th April 2026

    Where to Stay Highlights

    The Grange - Hencote- A Georgian Farmhouse

    The Grange is a newly resorted Georgian Farmhouse which can cater up to 14 guests across 7 en suite…

    The outside of The Summer House

    The Summer Houses is a unique and romantic Grade II listed tower and the perfect choice for a…

    Lilleshall House

    Wake up in the beautiful countryside in the historic stately home of Lilleshall House, Built in…

    The International Hotel

    Our hotel has 101 bedrooms, a mixture of double and twin occupancy. Continental breakfast is…

    The Hundred House Hotel

    Award winning Restaurant & Gardens with 10 individually styled en suite rooms. Always a friendly…

    Ironbridge Holidays

    Welcome to Ironbridge Holidays, a premier collection of self catering  accommodation in the famous…

    Temple of Diana

    A stay on the estate gives guests the chance to truly enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of the…

    The Barn Lees Farm - Yurt

    Welcome to The Barn at Lees Farm located in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge…

    TEL;Scouts Meadow

    Located in the UNESCO World Heritage Site Ironbridge Gorge, Scout's Meadow is tucked away through…

    Hencote Glamping Village- Lodge with Hot Tub

    Hencote's luxury glamping lodges provide comfort and luxury, no matter how long guests stay for.…

    The Malthouse Rooms

    Located beside the River Severn in the village of Ironbridge Gorge, the lively Malthouse boasts 12…

    Hadley Park House

    Hadley Park House Hotel is an award-winning four-star luxury hotel and wedding venue in Telford.…

    Master Suite

    Spa and golf retreat overlooking the Ironbridge Gorge in Telford. Our Telford Hotel & Golf Resort,…

    Puddle Duck Cottages

    Award winning luxury self-catering holiday cottages that have been featured as one of the top…

    The Water Rat Riverside Pub & Rooms

    There are 6 beautifully appointed en-suite bedrooms in the connected Georgian House, with the large…

    Premier Inn Newport Telford

    Situated on the edge of the historic market town of Newport, the 83-bedroom Premier Inn…

    Coalport Station Holidays

    Coalport Station Holidays offers exceptional self-catering accommodation in two railway carriages…

    Ironbridge Tiny Hideaway

    Romantic hillside hideaway with views of Ironbridge and easy access to the Wharfage.

    Ramada Hotel Telford

    Set in the heart of Telford with its beautiful on site gardens, the Ramada Telford Ironbridge has…

    Sambrook Manor Holiday Cottages

    Set in a picturesque small village on the Shropshire/Staffordshire border Sambrook Manor holiday…

    Bedroom at Ironbridge View Townhouse

    Spectacular Views of the World's First Iron Bridge - Stay in an Award winning Holiday Home in…

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House

    Coalbrookdale Villa Guest House is set in the quiet village of Coalbrookdale, just a mile from the…

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    Inspiration

    1. Ironbridge View Townhouse crowned Self Catering Accommodation of the Year

      One of Telford’s standout places to stay has been celebrated at the West Midlands Tourism Awards.

      17 Mar 2026
    2. Walkers looking at a map on the T50 walking trail

      It's time to get outdoors with a packed programme of free activities for all ages, abilities and interests. 

      11 Mar 2026
    3. A year to remember: Telford’s 2026 programme announced

      A year of family‑friendly events and festivals across Telford in 2026.

      25 Feb 2026
    4. Steampunk at Blists Hill Victorian Town

      Phased reopening plans announced for Ironbridge Gorge attractions in 2026.

      20 Feb 2026
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